Canon EOS 5DS R vs Nikon D750 — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 50.6 MP · Full Frame · Full HD video
Canon EOS 5DS R
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Nikon · DSLR · 24.3 MP · Full Frame · Full HD video
Nikon D750
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Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS 5DS R and the Nikon D750 are both DSLRs, the Canon released in 2015 and the Nikon in 2014. The Nikon is the smaller and lighter body, measuring 141 x 113 x 78 mm and weighing 750 g against the Canon's 152 x 116 x 76 mm and 930 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2015 | 2014 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 6, 2015 | September 12, 2014 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 152 x 116 x 76 mm | 141 x 113 x 78 mm |
| Camera weight | 930 g | 750 g |
| Optics | 73/100 | 71/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe EOS 5DS R is the clear winner for heavy cropping and large prints. Its 50.6-megapixel sensor carries 26.3 more megapixels than the D750's 24.3, so a distant subject cropped hard in editing still keeps usable detail. Lens choice follows your system, since the Canon takes EF lenses and the Nikon takes F FX lenses. The D750 is the better fit for moving subjects, shooting 6.5 frames per second against the Canon's 5. The Canon reaches 1/8000 second against the Nikon's 1/4000, a shorter top exposure for wide apertures in bright light. The Nikon's standard ISO climbs to 25600 against 6400, keeping higher settings available as light falls. Both share pentaprism viewfinders, and neither offers in-body stabilisation. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
50.6 MP050 | 24.3 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
8688 x 5792 | 6016 x 4016 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
24 x 36 | 24 x 35.9 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 Full Frame | Full Frame |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
5 fps045 | 6.5 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF | Nikon F FX |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Dual Digic 6 | Expeed 4 |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
64003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
5030200 | 5030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
128003003280000 | 512003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
610300 | 510300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 57/100 | 56/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe D750 is the better video pick for smoother motion or a slow-motion look, with a maximum frame rate of 60 fps against the Canon's 30, letting you slow footage to half speed. Both top out at Full HD resolution and record MOV files, so neither offers 4K. The Canon offers one convenience for time-lapse shooters: a built-in interval feature captures a sunset sequence without an external remote. The D750 does not include this, so long sequences need a separate timer. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD | Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | No |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV | MOV |
| Features | 59/100 | 59/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe D750 is better equipped for everyday shooting flexibility. Its screen tilts, so you can frame shots held low or overhead, while the Canon's screen is fixed. Built-in Wi-Fi sends images straight to a phone without a card reader, another feature the Canon lacks. A pop-up flash on the Nikon gives instant fill light, and both support external flash units. The Nikon's rear display also shows finer detail, with 1,229,000 dots against the Canon's 1,040,000, which helps when checking focus in live view. Both offer live view and share the same 3.2-inch screen size and weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
No |  Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 12290001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
No |  Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
No |  Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Storage & battery | 65/100 | 79/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe D750 has the endurance advantage for long shooting days. Its EN-EL15 battery is rated for 1230 shots against 700 for the Canon's LP-E6. Both take two memory cards: the Canon pairs an SD slot with CompactFlash, while the Nikon uses two SD slots, so one card type serves both slots. | ||
| Memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible), Compact Flash | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Dual memory card slots |  Yes | Yes |
| Battery type | LP-E6 | EN-EL15 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
700 shots1505000 | 1230 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Canon EOS 5DS R if resolution drives your work. Landscape prints, studio product shots and architectural frames all benefit from its 50.6-megapixel files, and aggressive cropping still leaves detail. Its 1/8000-second top shutter and built-in time-lapse feature add flexibility for demanding stills projects.
Choose the Nikon D750 as the general-purpose camera. Its 6.5-frames-per-second burst suits events and wildlife, and the higher standard ISO ceiling helps in dim interiors. The tilting screen, Wi-Fi and longer-rated battery make long handheld days easier, and its 60-frame-per-second video suits mixed stills and video work.